Servers - One Sunset

Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times

One Sunset The vibe: A flirtatious environment with a soundtrack so loud no one can possibly talk. The bass line pounds until the seats vibrate; waiters sling pretty, sweet cocktails; acres of candles flicker endlessly. We're in West Hollywood. It's all about the look. The look: Jeffrey Sebelia's slinky black jersey number is distinguished by a low-slung leather check pouch with metal hooks; worn by server Melinda Cohen. We say: There's no shortage of sexy black cocktail waitress outfits in this city, but Sebelia, a "Project Runway" winner, put a few interesting details on this one. The waist has geometric embroidery on the front that pulls the focus in, making the midsection seem smaller. The V-neck and soft pleating at the chest is also flattering for all sizes. It's the little black dress with a rocker edge. Cohen's two cents: It sure beats a lot of other uniforms. "I used to work at an Italian restaurant and wear a white blouse, slacks, tie and an apron. But I never had the top ironed in time for work. I didn't know how to tie a tie and would always get red wine on the blouse. It was a perpetual pain. I much prefer the casual black dress I wear now."

One Sunset The vibe: A flirtatious environment with a soundtrack so loud no one can possibly talk. The bass line pounds until the seats vibrate; waiters sling pretty, sweet cocktails; acres of candles flicker endlessly. We're in West Hollywood. It's all about the look. The look: Jeffrey Sebelia's slinky black jersey number is distinguished by a low-slung leather check pouch with metal hooks; worn by server Melinda Cohen. We say: There's no shortage of sexy black cocktail waitress outfits in this city, but Sebelia, a "Project Runway" winner, put a few interesting details on this one. The waist has geometric embroidery on the front that pulls the focus in, making the midsection seem smaller. The V-neck and soft pleating at the chest is also flattering for all sizes. It's the little black dress with a rocker edge. Cohen's two cents: It sure beats a lot of other uniforms. "I used to work at an Italian restaurant and wear a white blouse, slacks, tie and an apron. But I never had the top ironed in time for work. I didn't know how to tie a tie and would always get red wine on the blouse. It was a perpetual pain. I much prefer the casual black dress I wear now." (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

One Sunset The vibe: A flirtatious environment with a soundtrack so loud no one can possibly talk. The bass line pounds until the seats vibrate; waiters sling pretty, sweet cocktails; acres of candles flicker endlessly. We're in West Hollywood. It's all about the look. The look: Jeffrey Sebelia's slinky black jersey number is distinguished by a low-slung leather check pouch with metal hooks; worn by server Melinda Cohen. We say: There's no shortage of sexy black cocktail waitress outfits in this city, but Sebelia, a "Project Runway" winner, put a few interesting details on this one. The waist has geometric embroidery on the front that pulls the focus in, making the midsection seem smaller. The V-neck and soft pleating at the chest is also flattering for all sizes. It's the little black dress with a rocker edge. Cohen's two cents: It sure beats a lot of other uniforms. "I used to work at an Italian restaurant and wear a white blouse, slacks, tie and an apron. But I never had the top ironed in time for work. I didn't know how to tie a tie and would always get red wine on the blouse. It was a perpetual pain. I much prefer the casual black dress I wear now."